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P785 SGK

1997 Yamaha Tdm

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

61,621 mi
Last recorded61,621 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tdm30,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP785 SGK
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 61,621 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 61,415 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 61,112 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 60,439 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 59,088 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 58,606 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2019 57,064 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2018 56,046 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 54,670 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 52,234 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2015 49,893 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 May 2014 48,397 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2013 46,481 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 15 May 2013 46,481 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 46,224 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 41,499 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2006 33,519 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tdm?

Based on 2,530 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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P785 SGK is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 30,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Tdm fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P785 SGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tdm typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P785 SGK registered?

P785 SGK is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P785 SGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P785 SGK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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